Event Brief
Flash Flood Warnings after heavy rain in East TN
Filed: Jun 09, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: Flash Flood Warnings issued for Knox and Sevier counties as heavy rain caused rescues and cars stuck in high water.
WHO: Knoxville Fire Department; residents in Knox and Sevier counties
WHAT: Flash Flood Warnings issued; rescues and fire responses for vehicles in high water
WHEN: Jun 08, 2026 at 6:24 PM ET
WHERE: Knox and Sevier counties, Tennessee
WHY: Heavy rain across East Tennessee led to flash flooding and dangerous high water conditions.
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